Chandler, Stephen Sanders Jr. Born September 13, 1899, in Blount County, TN Died April 27, 1989 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma Nominated by Franklin D. Roosevelt on February 1, 1943, to a new seat authorized by 54 Stat. 219. Confirmed by the Senate on May 10, 1943, and received commission on May 13, 1943. Served as chief judge, 1956-1969. Assumed senior status on October 20, 1975. Service terminated on April 27, 1989, due to death. Education: University of Kansas, LL.B., 1922 Professional Career: Private practice, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 1922-1943 Law faculty, Oklahoma City University, 1957-1960 Research Collections